Austin transitioned to Director of Bulldog Club in April of 2014 after joining the Drake Athletics staff in January 2013 as Assistant Director of Ticket Sales and Donor Management.

Prior to Drake, Strawhacker spent three years with the Iowa Cubs in various roles. Most recently as a group sales representative.

A native of Johnston, Iowa, Strawhacker graduated with a bachelor's degree in Sports Management and a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Grand View University. While at Grand View, he was a member of the men's track and field team.